The most important thing in your life, is having good health. Most people strive for good health, learn to eat right, exercise regularly, avoid stress and get regular health checks annually. But even after we follow the above rules, we are still exposed to illness often beyond our control.
The leader in health information for older adults (seniors) is AARP. They devote their time and efforts to providing health research/information as their mission.
MEDICARE
As an older adult, AARP provides information and updates on Medicare and any Medicare health benefits. Medicare benefits and related changes are found at the aarp.org site.
HEART HEALTH
As our older adult community lives out their senior years, they depend on AARP for heart health information, providing diet, blood pressure stability, exercise and stress-free activities that help our heart health. According to the American Heart Association every 34 seconds, heart disease claims another life and is the leading cause of death. Those are statistics that can improve by educating yourself regarding heart health.
BONE HEALTH
As we age our bones become brittle and illnesses like arthritis and osteoporosis are just two diseases that target the aging community. AARP.org provides nutrition for those afflicted, exercise and nutrition to avoid arthritic flareups, and nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes to avoid fractures. AARP.org also provides information on how to keep your home safe, avoiding falls that lead to fractures or injuries.
VISION/HEARING HEALTH
Aging also brings eye related problems like cataracts and hearing loss. AARP.org also provides information regarding your eye and hearing health and solutions to retain or correct both your eye health and hearing loss.
According to the American Academy of Audiology, hearing loss due to aging can be increased by other factors such as diabetes, poor circulation, noise exposure, and certain medications.
Other additional facts regarding hearing loss and aging include:
- 30–35 percent of adults between the ages of 65 and 75 years suffer from hearing loss.
- 40–50 percent of adults 75 and older suffer from hearing loss.
Early detection of vision/hearing problems, protective vision/hearing habits and routine vision/hearing exams are key to good health. Remember that good vision and hearing are so important to your driving and safety.
HYGIENE/DENTAL HYGIENE
Regular baths/showers contribute to your over good health. Good hygiene depletes germs that can lead to colds, flu and other illnesses like COVID. It is also important to educate yourself on bathtub and shower safety.
Good dental hygiene is more than brushing your teeth. It requires flossing, regular checkups and dental cleaning. Good dental hygiene can save your natural teeth. Good dental hygiene should include regular denture cleaning.
AARP.org is a complete site of valuable information for older adults/seniors in so many areas, and your good health is of major importance.
